Northeast Soccer League What’s Next for MAPLE Presented by Tom Goodman, Executive Director Nick Dunbar, Technical Director

Human Resources Executive Director USSF ‘A’ License USSF National Staff Former TD Mass Youth Soccer Former DOC PA West Soccer Assn. Former US Youth Soccer National DOC Tom Goodman, M.Ed

Human Resources Rebuild commission to focus on the vision and mission of the League Redefine current staff roles and define new staff roles so that we can better serve the membership

Human Resources Hire a Communications and Marketing Director Develop a DOC/Owners Advisory Group – by the clubs, for the clubs, with the clubs Partner with MYSA to provide: Education to towns and clubs Town/Club development

Financial Resources Automate Accounting Systems Plans to create a Scholarship Fund Plans to create Developmental Fund – Coach Licensing – Academy Development

Physical Resources Rebranding Northeast Soccer League (NSL) New Logo New Website

Physical Resources Create partnerships with Sports and Education companies: NIKEKWIKGOAL adidasBownet PumaWegotsoccer XARA Zoom Reports PCADick’s Sporting Goods

Physical Resources Establish Professional Office Space Research property for soccer facility Equipment

Physical Resources Programming Town-Club Education Programs Workshops Regional League Meetings Player/Coach Development Programs Town/Club Development Academy Development U8 Jamboree Events

Physical Resources Communications and Marketing Develop a communications and marketing strategy Strengthen our position as a preferred soccer league by building confidence in the league through better communications Establish transparent, multiple-channel communications

Physical Resources Communications and Marketing Have a presence at Regional & National Workshops & Conventions – NSCAA Coaches Convention – Mohegan Sun Champions Coaches Clinic – Mass Youth Soccer Expo

Physical Resources The Northeast Soccer League (NSL) New Structure – Elite, Premier and Developmental for Spring 2017 Plan to provide additional competition for our Elite Teams Region 1 ODP teams Region 1 Club teams

Physical Resources The Northeast Soccer League (NSL) Clubs will qualify for the Elite tier on merit but be approved by standard All Premier and Dev. clubs will be required to meet minimum standards

NSL Sample Protocols PARENT STANDARDS I will be a positive role model for my child and others by encouraging good sportsmanship and demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, fans and officials. I will respect my child’s coach and his or her decisions regarding the team. I will encourage my child to initiate conversations with the coach should there be any issues. I will adhere to and understand the 24-hour rule regarding contacting the coach after games. I will do my best to remember that my child participates in sports for his/her own enjoyment and satisfaction. I understand that the emotional and physical well being of my child and teammates is more important than winning. I will be fully committed to the team, making sure my son/daughter attends all training sessions, games scheduled. If training or games must be missed, I will notify the coach or manager I will demand a playing environment for my child that is free of drug and alcohol abuse. I will have a zero tolerance policy for bullying both in person and via online platforms. I will encourage my child to practice at home, outside of structured practice time. I will allow the coach to coach during games and practices; I understand I am not allowed on the training surface during practices.

NSL Sample Protocols COACH STANDARDS I will dress professionally and look like a coach. I will be prompt to all events (training, games, meetings, etc.…). I will create a safe and healthy soccer environment at training and games. I will exercise good sportsmanship and insist that my players and team parents do as well. I will coach through positive, helpful comments in games and in training. I will be knowledgeable of and adhere to the rules of the club, the league and the game. I will foster a sports environment that is free of drugs, tobacco and alcohol. I will fully support the leagues’ vision and overall expectations of player and team development I will be organized and communicate effectively with my teams and parents.

NSL Sample Protocols PLAYER STANDARDS I will line up my bag neatly at training sessions and games (well off the field). I will wear appropriate uniforms to training and games. I will bring a properly inflated ball to all training sessions and games. I will wear shin guards at all training sessions and games. I will greet coaches’ at all training sessions and games and thank coaches at the end of training sessions and games. I will help to clean up the field, with my teammates, after every training session and game, before departure.

Our vision “To provide a league that is for the clubs, by the clubs and with the clubs, fostering an environment for player development through quality competition” “To provide more than just a place to play; to provide quality programs and events for the benefit of our membership” “To communicate to our members clearly, effectively and timely”

Announcement NSL August Workshop Date: August 20, 2016 Site: Forekicks 219 Forest St., Marlboro, MA Time: 9am – 12:30 pm Topic: Make it Look Like Soccer

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